We’ve all heard it. Apple’s WWDC opening will be introducing whole new features to its iOS 11 and it will also launch its iOS 11 Beta. The rumor mill keeps on spinning and it keeps on providing us with rumours about enhancements in Siri, dark mode, changes in the control center, revamping of Apple music and many other major upgrades. But are you prepared for the launch of Apple’s much awaited operating system? Well, if you’re not, we’re going to get you acquainted with all the necessary details so that you are 100 percent ready for the next big thing in the Apple world.

It is only fair that you prepare your iPhones and iPads for it right away.

But why? It is not an unknown fact that every feature Apple brings in its software as well as hardware requires at least some sort of adjustment and a compromise to be made in your iPhone or iPad so that the corresponding new feature you are installing runs smoothly. It is like they say, in order to get something, you have to give something. Though, it is surely worth it. Keeping this in mind, if you wish to gain the full benefits of iOS 11 Beta, you are going to have to make some changes of your own. Don’t worry, these changes wouldn’t take a lot of your time and they are pretty easy to do. They will ensure that the new operating system is device ready and you have a contingency plan for any kinf of complication or setback.

Here are some of the changes that you will have to make prior to setting up the new firmware on your Apple device.

1Become a part of the Apple developer program

The first beta version released of iOS 11 is going to be available directly through Apple’s developer portal. The flip side to this is, it requires a paid membership. If your membership has expired, it is better for you to renew it as soon as possible. On the other hand, if you are looking to sign up fresh, follow this link for further details: developer.apple.com/programs/

2 Backup your Phone

You will be dealing with beta software therefore it is best to create a backup for the data in your phone right away. You can do that using either iTunes or iCloud. In addition, you can follow the guidelines posted on firmware, in case you have that installed before iOS 10. The iTunes backup process for iOS 10.3 and above users is the same as before. This is one of the most important steps in preparing your iPhone or iPad for the beta version, so make sure you follow it through properly.

3 Your dongle should be on the go

If you wish to clean install iOS 11 Beta then it is best to keep your Lightning cable ready. In case you have the 12-inch MacBook or the new MacBook Pro with Thunderbolt 3, then source yourself a dongle first. But this is not a requirement if and only if you have a USB-C to Lightning cable already.

4 Free up space on your Phone

The option to perform an over the air installation of iOS 11 Beta will also be available to users. But the slight catch in this is that it requires a lot of free space should be present on your device. This means that you should have at least 3GB of free space so that everything goes smoothly as possible.

However, if you are planning to perform a clean installation then this step can be avoided altogether.

5 Before installing the beta Version, download the previous firmware

Many Apple users regret using the iOS 11 beta because it has a lot of bugs and it can create a lot of problems. So, an upgrade to the beta version of the iOS 11 is not really a wise decision. How can you work your way around this? Planning for the worst is the best thing that you can do. If the iOS11 beta does not work for you, make sure you have a file of the previous firmware downloaded and saved somewhere so that you can easily downgrade your device using iTunes. You can easily get the iOS 10.3.2 file from multiple sources on the internet.

6 Try the beta on your secondary device first

I get it; you are excited and curious at the same time about the new iOS 11. It’s understandable, but sometimes the curiOSity gets the best of you. The better option is trying out the new firmware on a device that does not have your important data or is not in your use on a regular basis. Every beta version of a firmware is sure to have performance issues and other problems. It’s always better to keep your primary device away from all these issues and opt for an auxiliary device if you have one that is.

7 Be Patient!

Apple will make the beta firmware instantly available for developers. They will be the first ones to test out the firmware and get to know what it’s all about. Be patient and wait for the software to come out. Don’t just jump into things. First check the reviews about the new firmware and find out what people are saying about it.

The iOS 11 is going to bring with it a lot of new exciting features and upgrades and finally fulfill the many expectations of Apple users that they have desired for the past few years. However, the thing about beta releases is that they are highly unstable and have a lot of glitches. It is better to tread carefully than land yourself in some kind of unwanted trouble. Take the above measures to ensure you are ready for the iOS11 beta. You do not want to create complications for yourself. It is always better to take precautions.